1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Maserati Quattroporte | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |